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Showing 1 to 17 of 17 for “"swallowing difficulties"”.
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Mothering a neonate/young infant with feeding and swallowing difficulties: barriers, facilitators, and support
… infant, particularly one with feeding and swallowing difficulties (FSD). FSD in infants significantly impacts not only the infant's health and development but also the mother's emotional and psychological wellbeing. Caring for neonates and young infants with FSD in hospital settings …
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Clinical Outcomes Associated with Speech, Language and Swallowing Difficulties Post-Stroke – A Prospective Cohort Study
… associations between speech, language, and swallowing conditions (i.e. dysarthria, apraxia of speech, aphasia, dysphagia), risk factors, and outcomes post-stroke (i.e. length of hospital stay, degree of physical disability according to the Modified Rankin Scale [mRS], functional level of …
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A profile of a paediatric population with feeding and swallowing difficulties at a tertiary hospital in the Western Cape
Feeding and/or swallowing difficulties (FSD) have been associated with some of the leading causes of infant and child mortality in South Africa. Preventable conditions such as lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) and under-nutrition may be caused by FSD. FSD are frequently reported in …
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The nature of feeding and swallowing difficulties in the paediatric cerebral palsy population who have had videofluoroscopic swallow studies
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The validation of a screening tool for the identification of feeding and swallowing difficulties in the paediatric population aged 0-2 years admitted to general medical wards
Background: Feeding and swallowing difficulties (FSD) have been found in typically developing children as well as in children with complex medical conditions and developmental disabilities. These difficulties cause negative health consequences such as aspiration pneumonia, chronic lung disease, …
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Caregivers? perceptions of caregiver burden, quality of life and support needs in caring for a child with cerebral palsy with feeding and/or swallowing difficulties within the context of the Western Cape, South Africa
… cerebral palsy often present with feeding and/or swallowing difficulties and are reliant on family caregivers for long-term care, particularly in resource-constrained countries like South Africa. This can result in caregiver burden and decreased quality of life for both caregiver and child. The …
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Feeding and swallowing in neonates with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE): a descriptive study
… and/or feeding endurance. However, feeding and swallowing characteristics in this population of neonates are not well described in the literature. Research Aims: To describe the feeding and swallowing profile of neonates with HIE in a neonatal unit in Cape Town, South Africa, including …
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Enhancing the printability of food inks and the structural stability of 3D-printed food through additive food manufacturing
… food for individuals with chewing and swallowing difficulties. It enables on-demand meal production and personalized nutrition for military and space applications. Moreover, it addresses food security and sustainability challenges by utilizing and optimizing alternative food sources to …
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Oral dosage form modifications for older adults: a mixed methods investigation
… of the appropriate dose or to overcome swallowing difficulties. These modifications may impact on the safety and/or efficacy of the medication, which could have clinical consequences for patients. In addition, many of these modifications represent an off-licence use of the medication, …
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Late-Effect Symptoms, Tobacco and Alcohol Use, and Demoralization in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors
… symptoms such as dry mouth, mouth sores, swallowing difficulties, pain, and fatigue. Late-effect symptoms cause physical and psychosocial distress and may be exacerbated by tobacco and alcohol use. Head and neck cancer survivors experience some of the highest rates of major depressive …
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The validation of a screening tool for the identification of dysphagia in the paediatric population with HIV/AIDS
… with HIV is at higher risk for feeding and swallowing difficulties (FSD) than the general paediatric population, which may contribute to increased morbidity and mortality. Consequences of dysphagia may include insufficient nutritional intake leading to growth faltering, decreased quality of …
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A qualitative study into the communication surrounding the initiation and withdrawal of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) in people with Motor Neurone Disease
… weaken, causing breathing, communication and swallowing difficulties, and ultimately, respiratory failure and death. Improved quality of life and potentially a short extension of life can be provided with non-invasive ventilation (NIV), which is offered to people with MND when symptoms of …
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USE OF HYPROMELLOSE AND HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE TO DEVELOP AN AGE APPROPRIATE PLATFORM TECHNOLOGY FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICINES TO CHILDREN
… by disintegrating in the mouth and so overcoming swallowing difficulties; potentially providing taste masking and aiding absorption across the oral cavity. HPC films offer significant benefits to the paediatric population. The manufacturing process is simple and transportation is easy as secondary …
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Oropharyngeal dysphagia in neonates; prevalence and risk factors within a South African context
… yet also increased the likelihood of feeding and swallowing difficulties. Contextual information on the prevalence, nature and risk factors for OPD is important for healthcare planning and optimal service delivery. Research aim and objectives: To describe OPD and the associated risk factors in …
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Speech and swallowing rehabilitation in the home: A comparison of two service delivery models for stroke survivors
Background and Aims Speech and swallowing difficulties are common sequelae for people who have suffered a stroke. Recently, there has been an increase in early discharge, community rehabilitation and the use of therapy assistants to support health professionals in stroke rehabilitation. However, …
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The feeding and swallowing impact survey (FS-IS): cross-cultural adaptation for the South African context
Background: Feeding and swallowing difficulties (FSD) are found in typically developing children and children with complex medical and developmental conditions. These difficulties may have negative health consequences which can be stressful for caregivers as they are required to provide care for …
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Interventions used by health care professionals to transition preterm infants and neonates from enteral feeds to full-oral feeds: A Scoping review
Background: Preterm infants and neonates may present with dysphagia due to immaturity or the presence of medical conditions. Enteral feeds are used to ensure optimal nutrition is achieved while the neonates are developing appropriate oral feeding skills. Varied interventions may be used to …